2004 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 535 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (433 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 BMW 535. (268 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 51 kg more than 2004 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 535 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
Make | BMW | Maserati |
Model | 535 | GranTurismo |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3430 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 433 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1881 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4882 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1354 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2941 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |